Job Description
Description
Work For Good! Salary: Competitive compensation dependent on education and experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Position Overview: Children's Home Society (CHS) is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and mission-driven Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Child, Adolescent and Adults Mental Health to provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management services for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing mental health, behavioral health, and trauma-related concerns. The CNP will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support whole-person care and promote positive outcomes for clients and families. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations impacted by mental health challenges, trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and co-occurring behavioral health concerns and will demonstrate commitment to trauma-informed, client-centered care.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
Benefits of Employment at CHS: Work-Life Balance: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
Competitive Compensation: Depending on experience and education with yearly merit-based raises
Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.
What You Will Do: 1. Clinical Services - Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs, strengths, and treatment goals.
- Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based practices and applicable regulations.
- Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up services.
- Assess risk factors including suicidality, self-harm, abuse, neglect, and other safety concerns and implement appropriate interventions.
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, and other providers to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
- Review and interpret clinical, psychological, educational, and medical information to support assessment and treatment planning.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, state, federal, and licensing requirements.
2. Trauma-Informed Care - Utilize trauma-informed approaches in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and client interactions.
- Recognize the impact of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and family systems on mental health and behavioral functioning.
- Support resilience-building and strengths-based interventions with clients and families.
3. Collaboration and Consultation - Participate as an active member of interdisciplinary treatment teams. Promote Children's Home Society's mission, values, and commitment to serving children and families.
- Consult with internal and external providers regarding client care and treatment recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, referral sources, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners.
- Provide education and guidance to clients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and wellness strategies.
4. Quality and Compliance - Maintain compliance with all applicable standards of practice, ethical guidelines, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, case reviews, peer consultation, and staff meetings.
- Maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
What We’ll Love About You: - You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
- You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
- You are able to effectively communicate.
- You align with our mission, vision, and values.
- You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
- You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
- You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience providing psychiatric services to children, adolescents, and adults; experience working with individuals experiencing mental health disorders, behavioral health challenges, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences; knowledge of psychopharmacology, diagnostic assessment, and evidence-based treatment practices; and strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Licensure: Current South Dakota licensure as an APRN with certification as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), or eligibility for licensure; eligible for prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
Preferred - Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- Experience working in community mental health, residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care models.
- Experience working with children and families involved in child welfare, foster care, or residential services.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR).
Competencies - Client-Centered Care
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Clinical Judgment and Decision Making
- Relationship Building
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Cultural Humility and Inclusion
- Professional Ethics and Integrity
- Adaptability and Problem Solving
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
Physical Demands and Work Environment: - This position operates in behavioral health, outpatient, residential, and/or community-based treatment settings. The employee may work with individuals experiencing emotional distress, behavioral challenges, or psychiatric crises and must maintain professionalism and composure in a variety of clinical situations.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform work in an office or clinical environment.
- Ability to utilize standard office equipment and electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to occasionally travel between service locations as needed.
Children's Home Society Values - Better Together - Foster collaboration and strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and community partners.
- Kindness - Approach all interactions with empathy, respect, and compassion.
- Tenacity - Demonstrate perseverance, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive outcomes for those we serve.
Ready to Make a Difference? Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA. Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly "Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time. Apply today!